The new machine's gentle rubber compression roller will not harm delicate surfaces and its scribe line is designed for cutting tight corners. Manual operation of the equipment gives the user added control and precision. Designed with exceptional quality in mind, JET has equipped this edge banding machine with a German-built heat gun to take on extensive projects. Additional features include a heavy-duty laminate surface, sturdy steel fence and a scribe line for added alignment precision. The estimated retail price is $329.

Ever wondered
how a lumber mill works?

L.L. Johnson Lumber in Charlotte, Michigan has uploaded a virtual tour to their Web site. Just click on each image as it comes up, and a short video loads and plays.While you're there, check out the menu down the left side of your screen. The company is a huge resource for serious hobbyists and small commercial shops. They ship hardwoods all over the country.

To take the mill tour, visit them online (www.theworkbench.com/sawmill01.php)

New DeWALT Saw Lets you Cut a Whole Lot Closer

DeWALT has a new corded heavy-duty reciprocating saw, the DW304PK. The saw features an innovative 4-position blade clamp that was specifically designed for flush cutting. The clamp lets the blade lock into four different positions. With the blade in a horizontal position, users are able to cut close to floors, walls and ceilings, or where clearance is limited. The saw has a user-preferred keyless lever-action quick blade change. For more info, visit them online (www.dewalt.com)

Two new 12" Saws

Makita U.S.A., Inc. unveiled two new 12" miter saws this month - the LS1214 and the LS1214F. While both models offer an impressive 4-1/2" max cutting depth, the LS1214F (shown) also has an on-board fluorescent light. Both saws feature an additional new positive stop at 33.9 degrees left, and a powerful 15 AMP motor. They also have soft start and electronic speed control, a pivoting fence, and miter capabilities of 47 degrees left and 52 degrees right. They're portable at only 52.5 lbs and come standard with a vertical vise, 60-tooth carbide tipped blade and a tall sub-fence for increased support of moldings and other materials.

For more information, call 800-462-5482 or visit them online (www.makitatools.com)

Modular Shop System

Gladiator(TM) GarageWorks by Whirlpool Corp. has a new Web site for their line of modular wall and wheeled cabinets, workbenches and organizers. This is a serious woodworker's dream solution for shop storage. The units are built to last. For example, the Modular GearDrawer shown at left is a full 24" deep and each of the five drawers ride on full-extension ball bearing slides for smooth operation. It includes cushioned drawer liners, and drawers that are varied in size to accommodate an assortment of tools.You can easily fit a circular saw in the 8" bottom drawer. This is one of the more expensive un its at $449.99 (as of August 2004). The line also includes workbenches with solid hard maple tops. The new Web site (see address below) is well worth a look.